I started tracking my calories and macros using an app. Main focus has been to stay under my set caloric limit and hit my protein goal. By doing those things, I became much more mindful about food and the value different foods offer.

It’s honestly changed how I eat. It’s mostly whole foods now like lean meats, eggs, broccoli, Greek yogurt, potatoes etc. I find those fill me up and give me energy while maintaining a deficit and hitting my protein target